New Car Protection — Brisbane & Gold Coast
New Car Protection — Brisbane & Gold Coast
PROTECT IT
FROM DAY
ONE.
Your new car starts losing its factory shine the moment it hits Queensland roads. UV, bird droppings, road grime — it all starts immediately. The best time to protect it is before it even arrives.
New Car Protection — Brisbane & Gold Coast
PROTECT IT BEFORE IT'S EXPOSED.
Book before delivery — the team will have everything ready when your car arrives.
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What You Actually Get
What You Actually Get
NEXT LEVEL PROTECTION
Coating, tint, and aftercare working together — here’s what that means for your new car from day one.
Superhydrophobic Surface
Water, grime and road film bead up and roll off instantly. Your car stays cleaner between washes and when you do wash it, contaminants rinse away with almost no effort.
UV & Oxidation Shield
Queensland's UV index is brutal. Nxtzen Graphene Ceramic creates a hardened barrier against UV radiation, preventing paint fade, oxidation and the dull chalky finish that unprotected cars develop.
Ceramic Tint — Heat & Privacy
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint significantly reduces cabin heat and blocks UV from entering through the glass. Choose any shade you like — backed by a lifetime warranty and built specifically for Australian sun intensity.
Showroom Gloss & Depth
The graphene formula fills microscopic surface imperfections creating exceptional clarity and depth — a wet-look gloss that makes your new car look better than it did in the dealership showroom.
Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee
We're not done when you drive away. Every package includes a 30-day service wash, free shampoo kit, and free panel re-coats. Annual servicing is available as an optional add-on — real follow-up, not just a piece of paper.
7–12 Year Australian Warranty
Backed by Nxtzen's nationwide warranty — SGS lab-tested and independently verified. Combined with lifetime warranty on your tint, your entire car is protected inside and out for the long haul.
The Truth About Dealership Protection
The Truth About Dealership Protection
DON'T LET THE DEALERSHIP
SELL YOU TWICE.
You’ve just spent serious money on a new car. The dealership wants to add paint protection and tinting before you drive away.
Here’s what’s actually going on.
✖ The Dealership Reality
- You pay double compared to a quality aftermarket installer
- Coatings are bulk-purchased, lower-grade products — not what they show in the brochure
- Jobs are often rushed and subcontracted to another company — you never meet the installer
- Preparation steps skipped — coating applied to unpolished, contaminated paint
- “Lifetime warranty” is riddled with clauses — nearly impossible to claim
- Average durability just 6–24 months despite what the paperwork says
- Tint bubbles and breaks down within a few years
✓ The Ricardo's Difference
- Fair, transparent pricing — no inflated margins or high-pressure sales tactics
- Australian-made Nxtzen Graphene Ceramic — SGS lab-tested, not a bulk import
- Daniel and his team do every job — you meet the person working on your car
- Full decontamination and machine polish before every coating — proper prep every time
- Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee — real follow-up, real re-coats, real annual servicing
- 7–9 year warranty backed by a process, not just a piece of paper
- Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint with lifetime warranty — built for Australian conditions
Packages
Packages
CHOOSE YOUR LEVEL,
OF PROTECTION.
Three tiers. Every one includes Ricardo’s Aftercare Guarantee and Australian-made Nxtzen Graphene
Ceramic with full decontamination prep. Click any item to learn more.
COAT
& TINT
The bare essentials for your new car. High-quality coating and ceramic tint, without the bells and whistles.
What’s included — click any item for details
Full Prep – Wash, Clay Bar & Machine Polish
Every vehicle goes through the same rigorous preparation regardless of package:
• Full wash and decontamination
• Clay bar treatment — removes all contamination from the surface
• Machine polish — enhances paintwork and cleans up surface scratches
• IPA wipe-down — ensures a perfectly clean bonding surface
Result: Better than new car shine before we even start coating.
NXTZEN Graphene Serum – 7 Year Warranty
Australian Made — engineered for Australian conditions, not imported and retrofitted.
• 7 Year Nationwide Warranty
• Higher graphene content for superior durability
• Independently SGS Lab Tested
Full warranty info →
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint – Any Shade, Lifetime Warranty
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint — built for Australian conditions.
• Choose any shade you like
• Lifetime warranty on tint
• Reduces heat entering the cabin significantly
• Blocks UV radiation protecting both skin and interior
• Improves privacy and reduces glare
Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee
• Free 30-day service wash to verify correct bonding
• Free Aftercare Shampoo Kit
• Re-coats on damaged panels — up to 2 panels at a time, subject to $100 service wash fee
• Annual Servicing available separately at $150 per visit
Courtesy Car Available
We offer a courtesy car for eligible bookings so your day doesn’t stop while your car is in the studio. Ask about availability when booking.
ELITE
PREMIUM
Upgraded coating with self-healing, plus complete inside-and-out protection.
What’s included — click any item for details
Full Prep – Wash, Clay Bar & Machine Polish
Every vehicle goes through the same rigorous preparation regardless of package:
• Full wash and decontamination
• Clay bar treatment — removes all contamination from the surface
• Machine polish — enhances paintwork and cleans up surface scratches
• IPA wipe-down — ensures a perfectly clean bonding surface
Result: Better than new car shine before we even start coating.
NXTZEN Elite Serum – 9 Year Self-Healing
Australian Made — a dual-layer ceramic built on NXTZEN’s Multi-Cure® technology.
• 9 Year Nationwide Warranty
• Self-healing memory polymer — most 9-year coatings on the market don’t self-heal
• Extremely smooth hydrophobic finish
• Independently SGS Lab Tested
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint – Any Shade, Lifetime Warranty
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint — built for Australian conditions.
• Choose any shade you like
• Lifetime warranty on tint
• Reduces heat entering the cabin significantly
• Blocks UV radiation protecting both skin and interior
• Improves privacy and reduces glare
Complete Interior Protection – Leather, carpets & Dash
Interior protections applied to all seats, carpets, and dash/trim:
• Increases stain resistance and UV protection
• Leather-specific protection used on leather seats
• Does not change the look or feel of material
• Adds a smooth, natural-looking sheen
Wheel Faces Coated
Nxtzen Graphene Serum is applied to all wheel faces for super easy cleaning — making brake dust a breeze to remove.
Windows Coated - NXTZEN Glass
All glass is treated with Nxtzen Glass coating. Think Rain-X on steroids — improving visibility in rain and basically removing the need for wipers. Get the car above 60km/h and enjoy the show. Also helps prevent water-spot build-up.
Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee
• Free 30-day service wash to verify correct bonding
• Free Aftercare Shampoo Kit
• Re-coats on damaged panels — up to 2 panels at a time, subject to $100 service wash fee
• Annual Servicing available separately at $150 per visit
Courtesy Car Available
We offer a courtesy car for eligible bookings so your day doesn’t stop while your car is in the studio. Ask about availability when booking.
ELITE
COMPLETE
Everything in Elite Premium, plus a physical PPF barrier on the panels that take the hits.
What’s included — click any item for details
Full Prep – Wash, Clay Bar & Machine Polish
Every vehicle goes through the same rigorous preparation regardless of package:
• Full wash and decontamination
• Clay bar treatment — removes all contamination from the surface
• Machine polish — enhances paintwork and cleans up surface scratches
• IPA wipe-down — ensures a perfectly clean bonding surface
Result: Better than new car shine before we even start coating.
NXTZEN Elite Serum – 9 Year Self-Healing
Australian Made — a dual-layer ceramic built on NXTZEN’s Multi-Cure® technology.
• 9 Year Nationwide Warranty
• Self-healing memory polymer — most 9-year coatings on the market don’t self-heal
• Extremely smooth hydrophobic finish
• Independently SGS Lab Tested
Full warranty info →
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint – Any Shade, Lifetime Warranty
Ultragard Nano Ceramic Tint — built for Australian conditions.
• Choose any shade you like
• Lifetime warranty on tint
• Reduces heat entering the cabin significantly
• Blocks UV radiation protecting both skin and interior
• Improves privacy and reduces glare
Complete Interior Protection – Leather, carpets & Dash
Interior protections applied to all seats, carpets, and dash/trim:
• Increases stain resistance and UV protection
• Leather-specific protection used on leather seats
• Does not change the look or feel of material
• Adds a smooth, natural-looking sheen
Wheel Faces Coated
Nxtzen Graphene Serum is applied to all wheel faces for super easy cleaning — making brake dust a breeze to remove.
Windows Coated - NXTZEN Glass
All glass is treated with Nxtzen Glass coating. Think Rain-X on steroids — improving visibility in rain and basically removing the need for wipers. Get the car above 60km/h and enjoy the show. Also helps prevent water-spot build-up.
Front-End + High Wear PPF
A self-healing physical film over the panels that take damage:
• Front bumper + bonnet leading edge
• Door cups, foot sills and boot lip
• Terminax UltraNax film — 10 Year Warranty — gloss (matte available)
This is the barrier tint and coating can’t provide — it stops stone chips before they reach the paint.
More info on Terminax PPF →
Ricardo's Aftercare Guarantee
• Free 30-day service wash to verify correct bonding
• Free Aftercare Shampoo Kit
• Re-coats on damaged panels — up to 2 panels at a time, subject to $100 service wash fee
• Annual Servicing available separately at $150 per visit
Courtesy Car Available
We offer a courtesy car for eligible bookings so your day doesn’t stop while your car is in the studio. Ask about availability when booking.
All prices are for sedans and include GST. Enquire for SUVs, utes, and larger vehicles. Courtesy car available for eligible bookings.
Optional Extras
Optional Extras
ADD-ONS FOR TOTAL COVERAGE
Every package covers coating, tint, full preparation and Ricardo’s Aftercare Guarantee. Everything below is optional — mix and match what your car needs, leave what it doesn’t.
Annual Servicing
Keeps the coating performing — paint inspection, full wash, iron decontamination and a Nxtzen 365Pro re-boost each visit.
Paid upfront — works out under half the $150 casual per-service rate.
Full Bonus Pack
Already included and subsidised in Elite Premium and Elite Complete — add it to Coat & Tint:
- Wheel faces coated — brake dust wipes off
- All glass coated — rain beads and clears at speed
- Interior protection — leather, fabric and plastics
From $400
Additional Paint Correction
For cars needing more than the standard machine polish — deeper swirls, scratches or oxidation corrected before coating.
- Extra stage of cutting and polishing
- Assessed on your paint’s condition
From $300
Varies by paint condition and vehicle — free inspection available beforehand
High-Wear PPF Kit
Physical film on the panels that cop the most contact:
- Door cups, foot sills and boot lip
- Self-healing Terminax film
From $500
Front-End PPF Kit
Full coverage on the front impact zone:
- Front bumper, fenders, bonnet and wing mirrors
- Grills generally not included (vehicle dependent) — can be discussed as an option
- Terminax PPF — 10-year warranty
- Full-body coverage available on request
From $2000-$3500
Wheels-Off Coating
Wheels removed for complete coverage the bolt-on application can’t reach:
- Full wheel — faces and barrels
- Brake calipers included as standard
From $400
Our Process
Our Process
WHAT TO EXPECT
HONEST CONSULTATION
We assess your vehicle and recommend the right package without overselling. Real expectations, every time.
BOOKING CONFIRMED
All jobs are confirmed via text and email so you know exactly what’s happening and when. No guessing, no chasing us up.
JOB DONE
All work carried out exactly as discussed — fully insured and backed by our Quality Guarantee. No surprises, no shortcuts.
QUALITY GUARANTEE
We are not happy until you are. Every job is inspected before handover and we stand behind our work — no exceptions.
Don't Wait
Don't Wait
BOOK BEFORE YOUR CAR ARRIVES
Cars Not Yet Arrived Are Welcome
We regularly book jobs 2 to 6 months ahead of delivery. Getting in touch now means we can schedule your car for the day it arrives — protecting it before it’s even been exposed to a single Queensland summer. Don’t let the dealership get to it first.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
REAL CARS, REAL RESULTS.
“It looks better than new from the dealership — you can see the sparkle in the paint that I never even knew was there. We opted out of dealership paint protection and went straight back to Ricardo’s for our next car.”
Jessica F.
Hyundai Elantra — Ceramic Coating
“I recently brought my Chery Tiggo 7 Pro for Paint Protection and Interior Leather Protection — couldn’t be happier. The paint has a stunning glossy finish and the leather seats feel softer and more luxurious.”
Brenden F.
Chery Tiggo 7 Pro — New Car Protection
“Daniel worked his magic on my car and I couldn’t be happier. The results are amazing and long lasting with warranty. Give him a call today and protect your car for years to come — 5 stars all day, every day!”
Lee H.
Ceramic Coating & Protection
Get Started Today
Get Started Today
READY TO GIVE YOUR
CAR THE TREATMENT??
QLD conditions don’t wait. The best time to protect your car is before it’s exposed to a single summer. Get in touch and we’ll help you choose the right package.
- Cars not yet arrived? We book 2–6 months ahead
- Honest advice — we'll tell you if a package isn't right for you
- Courtesy car available for eligible bookings
- Response within 24 hours
Common Questions
Common Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, we are substantially insured to guarantee professional workmanship. If you have any further questions regarding this cover please talk to us. We can also provide any relevant documentation necessary to ensure your complete peace of mind.
Yes, our team is fully equipped to accept payment via EFTPOS and credit card. A small transaction fee of 2% will be applied to card payments to cover bank fees.
Yes we do. Talk to us about your specific needs and how we can tailor a package to suit you. We look after our loyal customers.
We recommend booking as early as possible — especially for new cars that haven't arrived yet. We regularly lock in bookings 2 to 6 months ahead of delivery. The sooner you get in touch, the better we can plan around your vehicle's arrival.
We're located at 10/2 Warehouse Circuit, Yatala QLD 4207 — right on the M1 between Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Easy access from both directions, with parking on site. Most Brisbane and Gold Coast customers are with us in under 40 minutes.
Please raise any paint concerns when you get in touch — the earlier the better. We'll assess your vehicle during the consultation and walk you through exactly what to expect before any work begins. We want you to be completely confident in the outcome.